Every year we compare the school to the results that are achieved at the university in Grenoble, and we always establish the fact that the students in Chamonix progress at the same rate as those who studied in Grenoble.
Student Progress
Course description
From the very first lesson onwards, all teaching is conducted in French even for beginners. We believe it is essential for you to develop an ear for French as quickly as possible. All the courses are well structured to allow you to develop at your own level and pace.
Our courses will improve your ability to express yourself and to understand French:
- Written comprehension
- Oral comprehension
- Written skills
- Oral skills
Methodology
A variety or methods are used to improve the following areas:
- Conversation skills
- Pronunciation
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Linguistic structure
Communicative and active approach using the CECR methods:
- Language situations favouring non-artificial communication
- Group dynamics
- Respect of individuality
- Interactivity
- Convergence of language skills (i.e. grammatical, lexical and phonetical)
A wide range of materials is used:
- Manuals, authentic and didactic materials
- Grammar and lexical documents
- Audio and dvd/video materials
- Internet
Teachers
All our teachers have a university degree to teach French to foreigners Diplôme de Français Langue Etrangère. They are all native French speakers and many of them have also lived and taught French abroad and speak other languages as well, which is an advantage when teaching students of various nationalities.
Educational partner
Insted Chamonix is working together with CUEF (Centre Universitaire d'Etudes Francaises) in Grenoble. The CUEF Centre has more than 100 years of experience teaching French to foreign students and is considered one of the most important language centres in France. As a leading member of the quality organisation ADCUEFE, they not only follow the guiding principles and standards for French language teaching, but they actively lead development. Each year the CUEF presents new teaching methods and course literature that is commonly used within and outside France.
Attestations
After completing your course you will receive an attestation listing your oral and written grades. All grades are given on a scale of 0-20 where a 10 means you have passed. Your attendance and participation in class is also mentioned and taken into consideration.
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